Harrison County

Teen escapes overnight house fire in Harrison County

A 13-year-old boy escapes from his burning home overnight in Harrison County. News 25’s Laurene Callander has our report on the house fire. Harrison County resident Marie Atwood did not wake up Wednesday morning to a typical alarm clock. “Young…

Victim identified in Harrison County fatal car accident

Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson tells News 25 the victim was 17-year-old Brooke Posey from Mandeville. She was driving a black Honda Civic.A 14-year-old friend was a passenger in the car and was taken to Gulfport Memorial Hospital by ambulance.…

Fatal accident in Harrison County

Right now officials are on the scene of a fatal accident in Harrison County at the corner of Wolf River Road and Landon Road. Details are very limited at this time, but we are hearing at least one confirmed fatality.…

Parents concerned about school bus safety in Harrison County

Viewers on the WXXV Facebook page had strong reaction to the Harrison County school bus video. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson has been following this story and she has details. Parents with kids who attend Harrison County schools have reached out…

Harrison County school bus speeding

The safety of a loved one is the number one concern of any parent that sends a child on a school bus. This morning, a Harrison County school bus appears to be going well above the speed limit while taking…

Fatal accident in Harrison County

One person has been killed this afternoon in an accident on Highway 53. News 25 has a crew headed to the scene. We will have a full report at 9 on FOX and 10 on NBC.

Teens read to young students at Harrison Central Elementary

Special guests read to students at Harrison Central Elementary this morning as Read across America Week continues. Over 30 students from West Harrison High, Harrison Central High, and North Gulfport Middle all read Dr. Seuss books to the second and…

Beach renourishment project in Harrison County

Harrison County officials could spend close to $3.5 million to restore beaches. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us to the shores of Gulfport and shares more on the improvement project. Whether it’s for recreation or exercise, Harrison County beaches are…

Harrison County Fair Opens

For the first time in 80 years, the Harrison County Fair kicked off today. There was plenty of excitement to go around on opening night, kicking off with Christian Night. Live music from local Christian entertainers took over the stage.…